One of the fallouts of the pandemic crisis has been to trigger this churning inside each one of us of what were the essential values we all began our life journey with, and how far we have moved away from them. Patanjali repeatedly emphasises the need to realise the distinction real and momentary, as in Vedanta. It is said that even Brahmn-Vichara, the inquriy into the Self and all yogic practices are rendered redundant if the mind has not yet fully urned away from the exteranls, and real vairagya is absent. The ancient state the most people go through a sort of momentary phase of dispassion, arising out of some personal disillusionment with a situation, but are unable to sustain this attitude for long in front of the external charms of wealth, beauty, position and fame. The Dalta variant is the most dominant in India, resulting in several outbreaks in many parts. Like in the UK, other parts of the world are taking conginsance of findings regarding the Delta variant. Ontario in Canada has implemented a shortage dosage interval of eight weeks, reducing it from the earlier 12-weeks interval. Yes, Vaccine are the best and the most important tool against preventing deaths due to Covid-19. When vaccines were in short supply for universal vaccination, extending the interval might have been necessary. However, given the evolving evidence that suggests two doeses are effective against the Delta variant, must revise its policy. The interval should be reduced to four-eight weeks. This is the most effective way to ensure maximum protection against all existing and emerging variants. Reducing the interval is especially critical for persons with comorbidities, irrespective of age. A recent study in the Lancet by Aziz Sheikh suggests that the Delta variant of concern leads to higher rates of hospitalisation, especially in younger and more affluent groups.
